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Discover Buckeye Lake / Columbus East KOA

RV camping at Buckeye Lake/ Columbus East KOA is perfect if you're looking to be close to one of Ohio's biggest cities while avoiding a busy metropolitan area. As well as being close to the action, this campground offers lots of on-site activities, such as a miniature golf course, and various water sports on Buckeye Lake, including water skiing, swimming, fishing, and more. Stay in touch with friends and family with the KOA's Wi-Fi, and get competitive with your fellow campers on the basketball courts and in the game room. There's even a restaurant if you don't feel like cooking.

Each campsite comes well-equipped for motorhome camping and provides full or partial hookups and cable TV at an either pull-through or back-in site. Campers can also buy propane and firewood on-site, so there's no need to stock up before you leave.

There are lots of great nearby sights and cities to visit when you book an RV in Licking County. Buckeye Lake/ Columbus East KOA is the nearest KOA to Columbus, Ohio's state capital, which offers world-class museums, shops, restaurants, and more. You'll also be close to the Ohio State Fairgrounds, as well as smaller cities such as Newark and Lancaster, which offer varied and exciting activities.

The Great Outdoors

Having an RV rental at Buckeye Lake/ Columbus East KOA means you'll be right next door to Buckeye Lake State Park. The oldest state park in Ohio, Buckeye Lake covers over 3,100 acres of freshwater and is ideal for water sports, with water skiing, swimming, and boating all on offer. Fishing is also popular and catches include perch, bluegill, and crappie. The lake is also an excellent spot for a picnic, with picnic tables and grills overlooking the lake available, some of which can be reserved. If you don't want to get wet, then this is also a nice spot for birdwatching, with blue herons nesting on nearby land.

When you camp in an RV near Buckeye Lake, you'll be close to Columbus' many beautiful and unique metro parks, and one of the closest to Buckeye Lake/ Columbus East KOA is Pickerington Ponds Metro Park. This park covers over 1,600 acres of wetlands and ponds and is a favorite location for birdwatchers, with over 260 different species spotted in the local vicinity. Nature watching is also popular, and foxes, beavers, and deer all inhabit the park. The park features four easy trails which are all roughly a mile long, as well as a 16-mile paved trail which connects three metro parks and is ideal for dog walking.

You may want to get away from the city while you'rerenting an RV near Columbus, in which case, consider visiting Dillon Wildlife Area. Comprised of a mixture of dense woodlands and flood plains, Dillon Wildlife Area offers a different environment than most local parks and is a favorite location for hunting and birdwatching, while the Dillon Reservoir provides anglers the opportunity to catch largemouth bass, channel catfish, and crappie.

Exploring the City

While you're motorhome camping at Buckeye Lake/ Columbus East KOA, you'll be roughly 30 miles from downtown Columbus, which offers a variety of activities for all ages, as well as restaurants, shops, and more. One of the best museums to visit in Columbus is the Columbus Museum of Art. Any art fan will have a field day at this gallery, as it features work by the likes of Alice Schille, Pablo Picasso, Juan Gris, and many more. The contemporary on-site cafe is the perfect place to discuss what you've seen, and roaming exhibitions mean you'll likely see something new every time you visit.

If you're looking to explore one of Columbus' historic districts when you're RV camping at the KOA, then consider visiting the German Village. This historic district is located just south of central Columbus and was built in the mid-1800s by German settlers. This heritage can be seen in the district's architecture, with brick houses, quaint shops, and exotic cuisine ranging from German bratwurst to Spanish tapas. This scenic area is the perfect place to take a stroll with the family and grab a bite to eat.

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is another family-friendly activity to consider when you have an RV rental near Columbus. This zoo includes hundreds of different species of birds, reptiles, and mammals. It also features animals rarely seen in captivity, including polar bears, Amur tigers, and black rhinos. The aquarium also boasts some interesting marine life, such as bonnethead sharks, stingrays, and angelfish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Renting an RV lets you enjoy the flexibility of RV travel without all the costs and maintenance of ownership. With a rental, you can book the perfect rig for any trip just like you would a car or hotel. With Outdoorsy, you rent directly from the RV owner but get the backing of programs like roadside assistance, insurance, and stellar support from real, live people 24/7.

On average, you can expect to pay between $75 and $150 per night to rent most small trailers and campervans. Larger trailers and motorhomes could cost $100 to $250 per night. Renting an RV for a longer time can be even more affordable–a week or month-long rental could average out to less than $60 per day.

Yes! Each RV owner can choose whether to offer unlimited miles on their vehicles. You’ll be able to see if unlimited mileage is an option on any listing you check out. If unlimited miles are not available, you’ll be able to see what is included with the base rate and what extra miles will cost.

Many RV owners allow pets in their rentals. Be sure to check the listing to see if it’s an option for the rig you have your eye on. You’ll be able to see if there is an extra deposit or fee for pets before you request a booking.

Having an RV delivered to your home or destination is a great way to simplify your trip. Many RV owners offer delivery and setup services, usually for an extra fee or within a certain distance of their location. Each listing shows whether or not delivery is an option.

RV rentals are available all over the country! Whether you want to pick up an RV near home to set out an epic road trip or if you want to have one ready at your destination, you can search by location for any type of rig.

Renting an RV is an affordable way to get all the benefits of RV travel without the maintenance and overhead of ownership. It’s also a great way to try out the lifestyle and different types of rigs before you take the plunge and buy your own. Already own an RV? Consider renting yours out to bring in some extra income.

Small travel trailers and campervans can usually sleep 2-4 people comfortably. Mid-size trailers and motorhomes usually sleep 4-8. Bigger rigs often sleep 6-10, some even 12!

Security, for one. Outdoorsy helps protect RV owners and renters with excellent support and insurance options, and a secure platform for listings, communication, and payments. There are plenty of other reasons though, like roadside assistance, detailed listings, and a wide variety of RVs to choose from.